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Turtle Cookie Balls

These Turtle Cookie Balls are a delightful blend of sweet and salty, perfect for any gathering!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 70 cookies vanilla wafer finely crushed (about 2-1/3 cups)
  • 3 tablespoons caramel ice cream topping
  • 16 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate for coating
  • 1 cup chopped pecans freshly chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and crushed vanilla wafer cookies. Mix until well blended.
  2. Add in the caramel ice cream topping and mix thoroughly.
  3. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  4. Form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Freeze the balls for about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Melt the semi-sweet baking chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl.
  7. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate and allow excess to drip off.
  8. Roll the coated balls in chopped pecans.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.

Notes

  • Try using different nuts like almonds or walnuts for variety.
  • For a twist, coat with white chocolate instead of semi-sweet.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.